Anxiety Trilogy
As Grandrieux has written, 'No narrative link unites the three parts of the triptych, what we have is rather three stages of bodily presence, three affective intensities, three events that we are able to access only via what they make us experience inside of us, our own disquiet'. Unrest comprises three movements: White Epilepsy (2012), Meurtrière (2015) and Unrest (2017).
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Anxiety Trilogy has evolved significantly over a span of 5 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 3 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 5.4/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 5.4. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Anxiety Trilogy has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with White Epilepsy standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.
Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal
Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the Anxiety Trilogy. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Anxiety Trilogy franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
White Epilepsy
Where do images come from? This disturbing and essential question is posed by Philippe Grandrieux, and he already imposed it on himself the start, via Sombre (1...
Meurtrière
In the second part of the trilogy on anxiety (in continuation of White Epilepsy), the only light source that reflects on the screen is the naked human body. Its...
Unrest
Unrest is the third movement of a triptych by Philippe Grandrieux whose common thread is anxiety. A body as a return from the depths of time, an archaic body th...
Common Questions about Anxiety Trilogy
How many movies are in the Anxiety Trilogy?
There are currently 3 movies in the Anxiety Trilogy, starting from White Epilepsy to the latest release, Unrest.
What is the best order to watch the Anxiety Trilogy?
The best way to watch the Anxiety Trilogy is usually in release order: starting with White Epilepsy and ending with Unrest. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Anxiety Trilogy?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for White Epilepsy in this franchise.